Trinidad and Tobago operates on Atlantic Standard Time (AST), which is 4 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC-4). Trinidad and Tobago does not observe daylight saving time, so the time remains consistent throughout the year.
Both islands of Trinidad and Tobago follow the same timezone. The capital Port of Spain, along with San Fernando, Chaguanas, Arima, and Scarborough (Tobago), all observe Atlantic Standard Time. Trinidad and Tobago is the southernmost Caribbean nation.
Trinidad and Tobago is the birthplace of steelpan, the only acoustic musical instrument invented in the 20th century. The country is also home to the Pitch Lake, the largest natural deposit of asphalt in the world. Trinidad Carnival is considered one of the greatest shows on Earth, attracting thousands of visitors annually.